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"I started looking into training and what qualifications were needed before I could commercially use drones."

Mr Peck completed his theory and practical training with Aerial Motion Pictures at the Icarus flight school, before being certified by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Simon Peck and Duncan Fletcher-Brown

His new business has already begun working on residential surveying projects, inspecting rooflines and chimneys, and is also looking at agricultural and other commercial contracts.

Another photographer, Duncan Fletcher Brown, is also helping to establish the new business.

Mr Peck believes that the drone aerial footage is a burgeoning industry and can bring benefits to a range of sectors.

He said: "I really believe that this is just the start for the drone industry and with the right safety awareness and training will be present and beneficial in sectors from agricultural to medical applications.

"In the last couple of years technology has enhanced the features of drones from increased flight times and camera technology to GPS tracking and gimbal stabilisation.

"It's now possible with our drones to produce cinema quality video footage and high quality stills."

Mr Peck recognises that there has been some negative press surrounding the use of drones by enthusiasts but believes that the enforcement of licensing will keep the industry safe.

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He said: "My hope for the industry is that all users should be aware of current rules issued by the CAA for safe operation use of such drones.

"It is illegal for anyone to operate a drone commercially without a permit from the CAA although this is not required for the hobby drone user.

"But all users must adhere to the guidelines issued by the CAA."

Safety is one concern that Mr Peck has around the trials of drone delivery.

He added: "Living in Cambridge we all heard about the Amazon trial for deliveries of small packets, my views on this service are primarily all about safety in the skies and how the airspace will be managed, but all in all these are very exciting times for drones.

"Our aspirations for the future are for the public to see the benefit drones can have within everyday life and for all users to operate safely and within the issued guidelines."